Not breathtaking? The processor is twice as fast. The difference between the iPhone 5 and the 3rd gen iPad is hugely significant. And now the NEW NEW ipad 4 is too.
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Apple Announces Fourth-Generation iPad with Lightning Connector, New A6X Chip
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Not breathtaking? The processor is twice as fast. The difference between the iPhone 5 and the 3rd gen iPad is hugely significant. And now the NEW NEW ipad 4 is too.
meh. Sucks that the iPad 3 was replaced so quickly, but it is what it is. I'm still happy with mine. Only thing I dislike is the fact I have to carry two connectors with me now to charge my devices.
While I have no interest in the iPad mini, I am hoping it will be the design direction for the next generation iPad. I'd love to get rid of the large bezel, prefer the overall case design, and of course, would like to be able to use one dock connector for all my devices while traveling.
While I have no interest in the iPad mini, I am hoping it will be the design direction for the next generation iPad. I'd love to get rid of the large bezel, prefer the overall case design, and of course, would like to be able to use one dock connector for all my devices while traveling.
Smartest reply I've seen. Geez, and even though support for future software was finally dropped, they still work. My husband has two G5s in his studio that work just dandy all these years later.
First-world-problems... seriously people, get a grip. Tech companies upgrade their stuff all the time. It happens with computers, cameras, TVs, cellphones, etc. Your 3-6 month old iPad 3, hell your 3 week old iPad 3 still works just great, and what, 3 hours ago you were happy enough with it to be here watching the event.
If you're not ready to buy the 4th generation then don't. Enjoy your iPad 3 and wait for the 5th. Simple enough.
I don't want to be "cool" and brag about "having the best" like some. I want value for money and I don't feel I got that now.
A chip does not go from R&D to testing to product in six months. The A6X was ready back in March, they could have held off another month and given us the true next generation iPad but instead gave us the "iPad 2 with Retina Display".
I was looking forward to Real Racing 3 and Infinity Blade Dungeons, games which will now be an inferior experience on the third gen iPad with focus shifted, prematurely, to the fourth generation model.
I know you can't keep up with tech, it is a game you cannot win, but I cannot help feel a touch conned. I was never buying a new iPad next year, but after 12 months on the market I could accept a refresh ... seven months though is tough to swallow.
The iPad 2 is still a very capable tablet. If what you use it for works as you want it to, there is no need to upgrade.
Exactly. Folks need to stop crying. iPad 4 looks exactly like the 3 minus the connector and it's still a fatty.
You'd be better off assuming that Apple just made our "new" tablets obsolete. That would be a more solid assumption.
I absolutely love it
Anyone remember the anger when PowerPC macs were stuck at like 500mHz for so long? lol
Are you kidding me? Apple didn't earn many points in my eyes today. Bought an iPad 3 four months ago and now it is outdated
Maybe you can ask Apple to stop making new products for a couple of years
Get used to it
Apple made no promises to you, and can't wait on your arbitrary timeframes.
The competition isn't waiting, and despite their lead, Apple can't afford to do so, either.
Apple made no promises to you, and can't wait on your arbitrary timeframes.
The competition isn't waiting, and despite their lead, Apple can't afford to do so, either.
Amazed at all the whining over this announcement. Your iPad 3rd Gen still works fine. If not having the absolute latest model is a big deal to you then just go ahead and put your 3rd Gen up for sale on eBay/Craigslist and use the money towards the 4th Gen.
I've personally been considering trying out an iPad 3 and loved the news of this announcement because it means the resell value of the 3rd Gen has immediately dropped and those who must have the absolute latest will soon be rushing to sell theirs.
I've personally been considering trying out an iPad 3 and loved the news of this announcement because it means the resell value of the 3rd Gen has immediately dropped and those who must have the absolute latest will soon be rushing to sell theirs.
Considering they're still selling the ipad 2 and now the new mini, I don't think there will be any shortage of apps and games for iPad 3.
Another factor is OS support. But again, with iPad 2 still for sale, that shouldn't be an issue either.
iPad 3 owner here. I'm really not angry over this at all. I kind of expected this. I figured Apple would want to update all their products to the new Lightning connector as soon as possible. They probably really wanted that new A6 chip in an iPad as soon as possible as well since the performance boost is so dramatic.
For the now defunct iPad 3 I see two big positives:
1. You won't need any adapters and such to continue to use all your accessories.
2. There's probably going to be a whole bunch of iPad 3s showing up on eBay and craigslist and so on. I see a lot of people getting one hell of a nice tablet at a really bargain price. So there's going to be a really big opportunity here, and a rather unexpected one, for a lot of people.
At the end of the day this is how things generally work in the tech world. What you buy today may be 2nd best tomorrow. It certainly doesn't mean it's useless. So get over it.
-PN
For the now defunct iPad 3 I see two big positives:
1. You won't need any adapters and such to continue to use all your accessories.
2. There's probably going to be a whole bunch of iPad 3s showing up on eBay and craigslist and so on. I see a lot of people getting one hell of a nice tablet at a really bargain price. So there's going to be a really big opportunity here, and a rather unexpected one, for a lot of people.
At the end of the day this is how things generally work in the tech world. What you buy today may be 2nd best tomorrow. It certainly doesn't mean it's useless. So get over it.
-PN
tim cook should wait until *you* approve new products, amirite?
All technology advancements should wait for malnar.
Hello...
This "new" iPad consists of a Lightning connector and A6X chip.
Is that seriously, seriously enough to feel slighted by Apple?
Christ.
This "new" iPad consists of a Lightning connector and A6X chip.
Is that seriously, seriously enough to feel slighted by Apple?
Christ.
It's only 2x faster in CPU an 2x faster in graphics. It's no big deal in iPad world. In PC world, it will be a huge improvement. Amazon still accepts iPad3 trade-in as high as $475. Do it now before price drops.
You'd be better off assuming that Apple just made our "new" tablets obsolete. That would be a more solid assumption.
That's just silly. I am holding my iPad 3 in my hand right now, and it didn't explode or anything. If anything else, Safari feels a little snappier now!
The existence of a new model doesn't make yours obsolete.
They stopped supporting the original iPad because it barely had enough power to have two tabs open in Safari, not because of the reasons you're imagining.
what i'm wondering about is will it be March or has Apple permanently shifted the update cycle to the Fall like it has for the iPhone??
i like Apple to be nice and predictable with its updates this is making me go gray LOL
*Yawn*
I know this, and none of your self righteous crap has ANYTHING remotely to do with what I was saying. I didn't ask Apple to work to my timeframes. We, as consumers, have long since worked to theirs ... and today they screwed those who bought a new iPad in March.
iPad 3
It's a tad annoying, but this is an iPhone 3GS/4S upgrade. Other than maybe being a bit pokier in some games, I don't think I'll be lusting after the 4th gen iPad to replace my 3rd gen.
I do give Apple a bit of credit for updating the iPad so those who buy it during the holiday season aren't jilted three months later when a new version come out....unless there is an iPad 5 on the way.
It's a tad annoying, but this is an iPhone 3GS/4S upgrade. Other than maybe being a bit pokier in some games, I don't think I'll be lusting after the 4th gen iPad to replace my 3rd gen.
I do give Apple a bit of credit for updating the iPad so those who buy it during the holiday season aren't jilted three months later when a new version come out....unless there is an iPad 5 on the way.